The very people who had stood shoulder to shoulder in July-August 2024, responding to the call of protesting students and refusing to compromise on their demands for rights and reform, now stand divided

In Bangladesh, we love democracy, cherish it and fight for it, but we have repeatedly failed to make it durable.

BNP and Jamaat must rein in their student fronts

Shafiqur questions BNP-led govt’s legitimacy after Fakhrul's criticism, urges reform, crack down on corruption and extortion

Jamaat candidate to challenge HC verdict through leave-to-appeal petition, lawyer says

The government has handed out contractual appointments to 12 BNP leaders and activists across key entities, including the Election Commission, despite its manifesto pledge to prevent the politicisation of institutions and strengthen their independence.

District Chhatra Dal president denies any involvement of fellow activists

Party demands removal of EC official Shamsul Alam and warns the appointment could undermine confidence in local polls

BNP reported its highest annual income in at least 11 years in 2025, earning Tk 22.19 crore, according to the party’s audited financial statement submitted to the Election Commission (EC).

Tarique Rahman directs leaders to agree on single contender

The BNP has decided to instruct its grassroots leaders and activists to intensify organisational activities and begin preparations for elections to different tiers of local government.

In its first budget in two decades, the BNP government yesterday boosted allocations for education and health and significantly expanded social safety programmes, reflecting its key electoral pledges.

Assigning its reserved-seat MPs to opposition seats may undermine elected representatives

The government’s first 100 days have failed to demonstrate a clear break from past political practices, with partisan appointments, executive-heavy laws and weak institutions continuing to raise questions about its commitment to good governance and accountability, Transparency International Bangladesh said in a report released yesterday.

Before the February election, the BNP vowed to restore law and order and ensure public safety if voted to office.

Urges party workers to stand behind positive initiatives and help implement programmes across the country

In its first 100 days in office, the BNP government has found itself navigating a turbulent global landscape, shaped by the US-Israel war on Iran and geopolitical rivalry among major powers, which is causing energy insecurity and mounting economic pressure at home.

When the BNP swept to power in February, expectations ran high. After years of misrule, voters were hungry for change.

Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has instructed senior party leaders to prepare a list of potential candidates for key posts in the party’s associated and affiliated bodies.

The government plans to hold elections for all tiers of local government bodies within a year, including city corporations, district councils, upazila parishads, municipalities, and union parishads.